TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Azya Thornton on Sep 23, 2024

The U.S Department of Justice (DOJ) has updated its guidelines for federal prosecutors for evaluating corporate compliance programs to include questions about a company's use of artificial intelligence (AI). The new criteria aim to ensure that companies are taking appropriate steps to mitigate the risks associated with AI-facilitated crimes. Prosecutors now should consider factors such as the extent of human involvement in AI decision-making, risk assessments, and employee training on AI technologies, according to Bloomberg Law. The update follows a February directive from U.S. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, which calls for stricter penalties for criminals using AI to advance their misconduct. On a state level, the TBA’s AI Task Force is working to explore the intersection of AI and the legal profession to ensure that attorneys are well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of AI technology to promote advancement of the profession.